Director, Strategy & Planning

TransUnion

Director of Strategy & Planning partnering with technology leaders to shape strategic direction at TransUnion. Engaging with senior stakeholders and managing cross-functional initiatives for enterprise technology execution.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, New York, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $168,750 - $281,250 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Technology, Engineering, Product, and Data & Analytics leaders to shape and execute enterprise technology strategy.
Translate complex technology and engineering concepts into clear, concise executive-level narratives and presentations.
Support strategic planning initiatives, including long-range planning, investment prioritization, and transformation programs.
Develop high-quality materials for the Board, C-Suite, and senior leaders, including executive summaries and presentations.
Drive cross-functional execution of key strategic initiatives with clear milestones and outcomes.
Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate business opportunities and technology investments.
Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, ensuring deliverables are produced on time and at executive quality standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10–15 years of experience in strategy and planning roles, with exposure to Technology/Engineering and Data & Analytics environments.
Demonstrated experience communicating with senior audiences, including the Board, investment community, and executive leadership.
Strong business judgment with the ability to influence across functions and lines of business.
Proven ability to quickly learn and synthesize new concepts and technologies.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Exceptional presentation-building and executive storytelling skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options.
Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans.
Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.
We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.
From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter.
Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.
Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.
Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.
Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic planninganalytical skillscritical thinkingpresentation-buildingexecutive storytelling

Soft Skills

business judgmentinfluencecommunicationtime management